SNAP · Washington
Washington SNAP: Washington EBT QUEST Card, phone numbers and deposit days
In Washington, SNAP is called Basic Food and benefits load on the Washington EBT QUEST Card. 832,201 people were on SNAP in Washington in July 2026, down 7.6% from July 2025 (900,750). 4,809 stores in the state take SNAP.
Washington SNAP and EBT phone numbers
- EBT card help: Washington EBT QUEST CardBalance, lost or stolen card, PIN888-328-9271
- Basic Food help lineApplications, interviews, case questions877-501-2233
We publish a phone number only when two independent sources agree: the USDA state directory and the state agency's own website. "n/d" means we could not confirm it, so call 2-1-1 or use the number on the back of your card.
When benefits arrive
We could not confirm Washington's current deposit days against the state's own page, so we do not show a table. Your approval notice and the EBT line have your date.
How to find your deposit dayIncome limits in Washington
Washington uses a gross income limit of 200% of the poverty line for most households, under a state option called broad-based categorical eligibility. Households under that limit do not face the federal net income or asset tests.
| People | Gross limit (200%) | Net limit (poverty line) | Maximum SNAP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,660 | $1,330 | $306 |
| 2 | $3,608 | $1,804 | $562 |
| 3 | $4,554 | $2,277 | $808 |
| 4 | $5,500 | $2,750 | $1,023 |
| 5 | $6,448 | $3,224 | $1,217 |
| 6 | $7,394 | $3,697 | $1,463 |
| 7 | $8,340 | $4,170 | $1,616 |
| 8 | $9,288 | $4,644 | $1,841 |
No asset limit for most households in Washington under its broad-based rule.
Estimate your benefit for WashingtonWashington rules at a glance
- Soda and candy. No soda or candy restriction for Washington on the USDA list.No restriction listed
- Hot meals at restaurants. Washington does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot buy hot restaurant meals there.No
- Work rules. Washington has no time limit waiver areas in the first quarter of FY2027, so the 3-month limit applies statewide to adults it covers.Details
- Summer EBT for kids. Washington took part in Summer EBT (SUN Bucks) in 2026.Details
Utility allowances
Instead of adding up each bill, SNAP counts a set utility amount. A higher amount can raise the benefit.
| Area | Heating or cooling | Basic or limited | Phone only |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statewide | $515 | $406 | $58 |
Where to use EBT in Washington
Counties with the most stores:
Online stores that take SNAP
The USDA state directory lists 28 stores that take SNAP online in Washington:
- A&J Select Market
- Albertsons
- Amazon
- Costco
- CVS Banners
- Dashmart
- Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
- Dollar General
- Fred Meyer
- Gopuff
- Haggan
- Helsing Junction Farm
- New Seasons Markets
- Olympia Food Co-Op
- QFC
- Rite Aid
- Rosauers Supermarkets
- Safeway
- Sprouts Farmers Market
- Super 1 Foods Rosauers
- Swanson's Foods - Aberdeen
- Swanson’s Foods - Hoquiam
- Target
- Thrive Market
- Walgreens
- Walmart
- Whole Foods
- Yoke's Fresh Market
Common questions
What is the EBT card called in Washington?
Washington EBT QUEST Card. The program is called Basic Food.
What is the SNAP income limit in Washington for 4 people?
$5,500 a month gross (200% of the poverty line) and $2,750 net, from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027.
How do I check my EBT balance in Washington?
Call 888-328-9271, the EBT customer service line, or look at your last receipt.
Can I buy soda with SNAP in Washington?
No soda or candy restriction for Washington on the USDA list.
Sources: USDA SNAP State Directory of Resources (state entry updated October 05, 2026); USDA, SNAP Fiscal Year 2027 Cost-of-Living Adjustments memo (signed August 21, 2026; in effect October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027); USDA, Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility chart (June 2026); USDA, Standard Utility Allowances by state, FY2026 table; USDA, SNAP Food Restriction Waivers (page updated October 13, 2026); USDA SNAP Data Tables, persons participating (data as of October 9, 2026); USDA SNAP Retailer Locator data (layer updated October 21, 2026); USDA, ABAWD time limit waiver status, FY2027 first quarter (in effect October 1, 2026); USDA, Summer EBT participating areas (page updated August 14, 2026).
Independent guide. Not a government website. Not affiliated with USDA or any state agency. We do not take applications, and we never ask for your case number, card number or PIN. Amounts and rules can change: your state SNAP agency has the final word.